BirdUp · Species
Crimson Finch
Neochmia phaeton(Hombron & Jacquinot, 1841)
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- Order
- PASSERIFORMES
- Family
- Estrildidae
- Genus
- Neochmia
At a glance
The Crimson Finch is a tiny bird, about 12–14 cm long, native to Australia. It can be seen year-round.
- Size
- 12–14 cm
- Origin
- Native
- Best seen
- Year-round
- Commonness
- Very common
01 · Identification
How to tell it apart
What does a Crimson Finch look like?
The Crimson Finch is a tiny bird, about 12–14 cm long and weighing 7–12 g.
The crimson finch is a species of bird in the family Estrildidae. It is found throughout Northern Australia as well as parts of southern New Guinea. Crimson finches feature a distinctively bright crimson coat and are known for their aggression.
Description · wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0
03 · When
When to look
When can you see a Crimson Finch?
The Crimson Finch is present across its Australian range year-round, so it can be seen in any month.
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04 · Voice
What it sounds like
Call
Suzanne Muzic · Bartle Frere, QLD, AU
05 · Behaviour
Habits and haunts
What does a Crimson Finch eat?
The Crimson Finch feeds on seeds and terrestrial invertebrates, usually foraging in pairs or flocks.
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